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Literary Fiction· Kosovo

The Wedding

by Ismail Kadare
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1968Albanian
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About This Book

Ismail Kadare's The Wedding (1968) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. Set in a small Albanian village, 'The Wedding' explores the clash between tradition and modernity. Through the lens of a wedding ceremony, Kadare delves into the cultural and social dynamics of Albanian life. The novel is significant for its portrayal of Albanian customs and its subtle critique of the communist regime. Themes of tradition vs modernity, cultural identity, social change run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorIsmail Kadare
Published1968
Country of Origin🇽🇰 Kosovo
LanguageAlbanian
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9781841954305
Editorial Score30/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇽🇰 Kosovo

This book is part of Kosovo's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

Guardian 100 Best Novels
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wedding about?

Set in a small Albanian village, 'The Wedding' explores the clash between tradition and modernity. Through the lens of a wedding ceremony, Kadare delves into the cultural and social dynamics of Albanian life. The novel is significant for its portrayal of Albanian customs and its subtle critique of the communist regime.

Who wrote The Wedding?

The Wedding was written by Ismail Kadare, from Kosovo. First published in 1968.

What awards has The Wedding won?

The Wedding has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Wedding worth reading?

The Wedding is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in tradition vs modernity, cultural identity, social change.

Where can I buy The Wedding?

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What category is The Wedding?

The Wedding is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Wedding from?

The Wedding originates from Kosovo's literary tradition. Explore more books from Kosovo on our country page.

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